Multiple choice

A sum of money is distributed among A, B, C and D in the ratio 5:7:11:15, respectively. If C gets Rs 2,480 more than B, then the difference between the shares of B and D is:

  1. Rs 4690

  2. Rs 6490

  3. Rs 4960

  4. Rs 4950
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Let shares be 5k, 7k, 11k, 15k. C gets 11k, B gets 7k. Difference: 11k - 7k = 4k = 2480, so k = 620. B's share = 7 × 620 = 4340, D's share = 15 × 620 = 9300. Difference = 9300 - 4340 = 4960. Options A (4690), B (6490), and D (4950) are calculation errors.

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